Community Transport Driver - Impactful Role, Benefits

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is hiring a Driver to operate agency vehicles and support clients in getting to appointments and program sites. The role includes transporting clients to designated hot spots and assisting with program activities as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma and a valid state driver’s license with a good driving record. A comprehensive benefits package is provided to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years’ experience as a driver.
• Valid state driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Familiar with the assigned driving area and safe driving practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles in a safe and prudent manner, arriving at destinations via the most efficient route.
• Transport clients to and from agency designated hot spots.
• Check vehicles daily to ensure safe operating condition; maintain gas at half full and fill tank at end of day.
• Complete required paperwork including daily logs and route sheets.
• Assist in provision of direct care services and administrative support to program when not engaged in driving duties.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Knowledge of driving area

Vehicle safety checks

Customer service

Job description

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is hiring a Driver to operate agency vehicles and support clients in getting to appointments and program sites. The role includes transporting clients to designated hot spots and assisting with program activities as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma and a valid state driver’s license with a good driving record. A comprehensive benefits package is provided to full-time staff.